Neighbourhood housing officer

Posted 03 December 2025
Salary 27.33
LocationCamden N1C United Kingdom
Job type Full time
Sector Community & Social
ReferenceRQ1655130

Job description

3 months contract with local authority

As a Neighbourhood Housing Officer, you will be pivotal in delivering a variety of services to our residents, embodying a culture of respect and relational practice. Your role is essential in placing residents at the heart of our operations, making a significant impact on our neighborhoods and communities. We seek someone enthusiastic about our mission to make Camden the best place to live and work, with a passion for delivering services that prioritize the best outcomes for residents.

Responsibilities:

  • Proactively manage estates and blocks across tenures, ensuring resident-focused service in line with our standards and values.
  • Serve as the primary local contact for residents and stakeholders, providing support and early intervention to sustain tenancies.
  • Collaborate with vulnerable tenants, making referrals and liaising with partners to ensure appropriate support.
  • Utilize tenancy enforcement tools proportionately to resolve issues, ensuring compliance with statutory and regulatory frameworks.
  • Support victims of Domestic Abuse, taking necessary steps to manage risk.
  • Investigate and manage reports of nuisance and anti-social behavior (ASB) to prevent escalation, working with other services for resolution.
  • Deliver responsive housing management to maintain clean, safe, and well-maintained communal areas, including scheduled inspections.
  • Engage with residents, Tenant Resident Association representatives, and partners, occasionally outside normal working hours.
  • Participate in the evaluation, development, and continuous improvement of services, staying updated with policies and procedures.


Requirements

Requirements:
  • Passion for housing equality, ensuring everyone has access to a decent, safe, and warm home.
  • Proactive approach to addressing problems and supporting residents early.
  • Commitment to making services accessible, transparent, and easy to navigate.
  • Caring attitude, prioritizing residents' happiness and well-being.
  • Strong collaboration and communication skills, working effectively with teams and the community.
  • Proficiency in using relevant software and information systems for efficient operations.
  • Dedication to equality, diversity, and inclusion, promoting these values within the community.
  • Understanding of safeguarding, health, and safety responsibilities, supporting residents' well-being.
  • Experience working with survivors and perpetrators of domestic abuse, with a trauma-informed approach.